www.montereycountynow.com JANUARY 15-21, 2026 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 37 ARIES (March 21-April 19): Japanese Zen master Hakuin (1686-1769) painted with vigor well into his 80s. When asked his secret, he said he treated each brushstroke as if it were his first. He approached the ink and paper with a beginner’s inspired innocence. I propose that you adopt a version of Hakuin’s practice. Dive into your routines with virgin eyes. Allow your expertise to be influenced by surprise. As for the mastery you have earned, may I suggest you use it as a launching pad for enthusiastic amateurism? Being skilled is wonderful. Being skilled and willing to experiment like a newcomer? That’s the high art of perpetual combustion, an Aries specialty. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In 1971, NASA’s Apollo 15 mission delivered a new asset to the moon: the Lunar Roving Vehicle. This battery-powered “moon buggy” enabled astronauts to explore farther from their landing site than ever before. They gathered a record haul of rock and soil samples and a deeper understanding of the lunar surface. I think you Bulls would be wise to get your own equivalent of that moon buggy. The apt metaphor here is enhancing your ability to extend your reach and explore beyond the familiar. In the coming weeks, I hope you will seek access to tools, allies and freedoms that expand your range. Use them to push into new territory and scout around for intriguing valuables. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Are you ready to unveil the half-hidden, half-beautiful truths you have been keeping tucked away? I think you are. You might shake, sweat and second-guess yourself right up until the moment the pivotal moment arrives. But then, I predict, you will zone in on how best to carry out your sublime assignment. The perilous blessings or radiant burdens you’ve been hoarding like secret treasures will finally spill out of you in just the right ways. CANCER (June 21-July 22): A hermit crab finds a new shell not because the old one was bad, but because the creature grew. A similar urge stirs in you now: an instinct to relocate your sensitivity and tenderness into roomier housing. You don’t have to abandon your favorite people or situations. Just ripen and update your containers so your emotional intelligence can flourish even more. Maybe revise your work rhythms. Dream up new bedtime stories. Be braver in declaring your needs. Your ongoing transformations could be a bit bumpy, but mostly healing and cherished. Give them the spaciousness they require. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Poet Jack Gilbert wrote, “We must risk delight. We can do without pleasure but not delight.” Here’s what I think he meant: Pleasure is easy to access, available in many transactions. But delight requires courage. We must be undefended enough to be astonished and elated. Here’s the potential glitch for you Leos: You sometimes feel inclined to perform your joy; you make your happiness into entertainment for others to be inspired by. But true delight is riskier and more real. It comes when you forget to curate yourself because you’re too enchanted to remember you’re being watched. Your next assignment: Conjure up three moments of private delight that no one but you will see. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Many of you are renowned for your precision, but that’s just half the story. The more complete truth is that when you are most robust, you’re a connoisseur of refinement. Your careful edits can transmute muddles into medicines. Your subtle fixes may catalyze major corrections. Here’s my bold declaration: You are now at the height of your Virgo powers. I hope you wield them with utter flair and finesse. Make everything you touch better than it was before you touched it. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Some astrologers work without ever glancing at the night sky. Their bond with the planets lives mostly through abstract ideas. To balance that approach, Daniel Giamario developed a more hands-on approach to astrology. In his retreats, students trek into wild country, far from city lights, and spend the dark hours watching the dance of the heavenly bodies. He teaches that cosmic energies can be sensed through our beautiful bodies as much as they can be understood by our fine minds. In the weeks ahead, I invite you to infuse all your explorations with that spirit. Learn through direct encounters, not just through concepts and recycled reports. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): English is my first language. I love how its wild, hybrid, restless qualities enable me to express myself. I never grow weary of exploring its limits and discovering new ways to use it. I am also very grateful that my horoscopes are translated into Italian, French, Japanese and Spanish. I am supremely blessed to have editors who turn my idiosyncratic prose into language that non-English speakers can enjoy. In the coming months, Scorpio, I will be wishing and expecting a similar bonus for you: help and support in expanding your ability to reach further in your self-expression. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your intrepid spirit is most likely to find exciting adventures if it’s prepared. While I love your daring spontaneity and experimental expansiveness, I hope that in the coming weeks, you will work hard to support them with planning and foresight. Be imaginative and disciplined, wild and calculating, irrepressible and solidly responsible. If you heed my advice, you could break your previous records for making marvelous discoveries in the frontiers. Treat wonder like a muscle. Flex it daily—with gratitude. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Sandcastles are good reminders of how temporary everything is. We build them on the edge of the shore after the tide recedes, and then they crumble when the sea rolls back a few hours later. Let’s make the sandcastle your power symbol for the months ahead. In doing so, I don’t mean to imply that your certainties will be demolished. Rather, it’s my way of urging you to enjoy and capitalize on the ever-changing nature of all things. In fact, I believe that knack should be one of your specialties in the coming months. As the Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh told us, we should be grateful for impermanence, because it keeps every possibility alive. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): During World War II, the U.S. faced a natural rubber shortage and funded research into synthetic substitutes. The effort was partly successful, but there were also failed experiments. Among these was a substance that later became a popular toy named Silly Putty. I suspect a metaphorically similar breakthrough is looming for you, Aquarius: an unplanned discovery that holds unforeseen value. You may soon have your own “Silly Putty moment”—an idea or situation that is technically a detour from your original goal but still delivers a gift. Don’t dismiss the byproducts of your efforts. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I suggest you try an “as-if” exercise, Pisces. Here’s what I propose: Enjoy a five-day period visualizing what your life would be like if you stopped saving yourself for a mythical future—including both the positive and negative aspects. Instead, envision yourself spending the coming months doing exactly what you yearn to do most, gleefully and intensely pursuing your dreams. During this sabbatical, you will refrain from invoking excuses about why you can’t follow your bliss. You will assume that you are attuned with the heart of creation. You will act as if you are a joy specialist who adores your life. FREEWILLASTROLOGY In addition to this column, Rob Brezsny offers EXPANDED WEEKLY AUDIO HOROSCOPES and DAILY TEXT MESSAGE HOROSCOPES. To buy access, go to www.RealAstrology.com. Audio horoscopes are also available by phone at 1-877-873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700. By Rob Brezsny • January 15-21, 2026 classifieds Legal Notices LEGALS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260047. The following person is doing business as MAXIMUM CLEANING SERVICES at 433 Casa Verde Way Apt 107, Monterey, CA 93940. Bibiana Manuela Antelo Ruiz, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 08, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan. 07, 2026. Signed Bibiana M Antelo Ruiz. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20252286. The following person is doing business as SAN ANDREAS ENTERTAINMENT at 95 Castro St #110, Salinas, CA 93906. Jesus Joaquin Morales, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Dec. 30, 2025. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on July 01, 2025. Signed Jesus J Morales Jr. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260028. The following person is doing business as HAULING IT ALL at 1029 Garner Ave, Salinas, CA 93905. Luis Martinez, PO Box 6833, Salinas, CA 93912. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 06, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan. 01, 2024. Signed Luis Martinez. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260036. The following person is doing business as SHIPS STORE at 7501 Sandholt Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039. Monterey Bay Eco Tours LLC, 7501 Sandholdt Rd, Moss Landing, CA 95039. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 06, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Wendy Kitchell, Managing Member. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260044. The following person is doing business as BAY BOI FITNESS at 445 Reservation Rd Ste S, Marina, CA 93933. Bay Boi Fitness Group LLC, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 07, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Brandy Albright, Managing Member. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20252254. The following person is doing business as OMEYOCAN ORGANICS at 4660 Lotte Lane, Royal Oaks, CA 95076. Rube T. Sanchez and Ellen J. Ferguson, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Dec. 19, 2025. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec. 15, 2020. Signed Ruben T. Sanchez. This business is conducted by a married couple. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260033. The following person is doing business as G R GARDENING at 315 Cross Ave, Salinas, CA 93905. Otilio Garcia Rodriguez, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 06, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan. 01, 2024. Signed Otilio Garcia Rodriguez. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20252248. The following person is doing business as TIME TO SPANISH at 4000 Rio Rd Apt 68, Carmel, CA 93923. Priscila Magali Leguiza, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Dec. 18, 2025. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signed Priscila Magali Leguiza. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20252270. The following person is doing business as ABIGATH SUSHI BAR at 912 Acosta Plaza, Salinas, CA 93905, David Adrian Huerta- Arevalos, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Dec. 23, 2025. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec. 23, 2025. Signed David Adrian Huerta- Arevalos. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20260002. The following person is doing business as MARTINEZ INTEGRITY CONSTRUCTION at 1841 Yosemite St, Seaside, CA 93955. Martinez Integrity Construction, Inc., same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Jan. 02, 2026. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan. 01, 2026. Signed Abraham Martinez Tinajero, President. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT: File No. 20252223. The following person is doing business as SEASIDE PUPS PET CARE at 1455 Mira Monte Ave, Seaside, CA 93955. Seaside Pups LLC, same address. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Dec. 15, 2025. Registrant commenced to transact business NOTICE OF VACANCIES Public Member Representation on the Local Agency Formation Commission of Monterey County Application Deadline: February 20, 2026 Notice is given that the terms of office for the two Public Member seats on the Local Agency Formation Commission of Monterey County will expire in May 2026. The Commission invites interested residents to apply for appointment to the Regular Public Member seat and the Alternate Public Member seat. Appointments to represent the general public will be made through majority vote by the Commission. Public Member representatives must be residents within Monterey County, and have an interest in the operation and organization of local governments. No officer or employee of Monterey County, or any City or independent Special District within this County, is eligible for appointment to the Public Member seats. The terms of office for the Public Member seats begin May 2026 and expire May 2030. To be considered for appointment, please submit a letter of application stating the reasons for your interest in serving on the Commission, along with a brief resume of qualifications. Applications must be received in the LAFCO Office by Friday, February 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm Please submit applications to Kate McKenna, Executive Officer, LAFCO of Monterey County by regular mail (P.O. Box 1369, Salinas, CA 93902) or by email (mckennak@monterey.lafco.ca.gov) The Local Agency Formation Commission of Monterey County is an independent countywide body created by the State Legislature in 1963. The Commission regulates the boundaries of cities and special districts, establishes Spheres of Influences, and conducts studies of municipal services. LAFCO’s purposes are to encourage the orderly formation and development of local governments; preserve agricultural and open space lands; discourage urban sprawl; and ensure the efficient delivery of government services. The Commission is served by an Executive Officer and staff, and is funded by local governments. Regular meetings of the Commission are generally held on the fourth Monday of every other month at 3:00 pm Please visit our website, www.monterey.lafco.ca.gov, for more information and application materials. If you have any questions or comments, please contact LAFCO Principal Analyst Jonathan Brinkmann at brinkmannj@monterey.lafco.ca.gov or call (831) 754‑5838. Kate McKenna, AICP, Executive Officer Posting Date: January 14, 2026
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